STACER boat - Safety Warnings and Alerts; Danger, Warning, Caution Levels; Notice and Operational Guidance

Warnings
The hazard warning symbols shown
are used throughout this manual.
We urge you to read these warnings
carefully and follow all safety
recommendations.
These call attention to potentially
dangerous situations which could lead
to product damage, personal injury or
death.
DANGER
Alerts you to immediate hazards which WILL
cause severe personal injury or death if the
warning is ignored.
WARNING
Alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices
which COULD result in severe personal injury
or death if ignored.
CAUTION
Alerts you to hazards or unsafe practices which
COULD result in minor personal injury, or cause
product or property damage if ignored.
NOTICE
The symbol shown above calls attention to
installation, operation or maintenance information
which is important to proper operation, but is not
hazard-related.
Welcome Aboard
This manual has been prepared to assist you in the
operation and care of your new boat. Please read it
thoroughly as the contents can contribute to more
effective operation of your boat.
Your boat’s construction, including its mechanical
and electrical systems (where applicable) were
designed to meet safety standards in effect at the
time the boat was constructed. Some of these
standards were mandated by State law, others are
considered industry norms. All these standards were
designed to ensure your safety and the safety of
other people, vessels and property around you.
To maintain the integrity and safety of your boat,
only qualified people should perform maintenance
on, or in any way modify your boat, the steering
system, engine control system, fuel system or
electrical system.
We strongly recommend you follow the instructions
provided in this handbook and in the engine owner’s
manual, as well as the accessory instruction sheets
included with your boat. We also recommend you
perform the following steps:
Make certain you receive a full explanation of all
systems from the dealer before taking delivery of
your boat.
Read this manual thoroughly, paying particular
attention to the subjects of fuelling, starting, loading
limits, recommendations for safety and warranty.
Practice: all potential operating members of
the family or friends should be familiar with the
operation and systems of your boat.
Participate in a safe boating course if available.
Ensure you carefully read the ‘Necessary
Maintenance Label’ located beside the compliance
label inside your boat. Failure to adhere to these
instructions may void all warranties.
WARNING
Grossly Negligent Operation can be a criminal
offence.
Some examples of actions that may constitute
negligent or grossly negligent operations are:
• Operatingaboatinaswimmingarea,
• Operatingaboatwhileundertheinfluence
of alcohol or drugs,
• Excessivespeedinthevicinityofotherboats
or in dangerous waters,
• Hazardouswaterskiingpracticesand
• Bowriding,alsoridingonseatback,gunwale
or transom,
• Operatingthevesselinhazardedsea
conditions beyond the vessels capability.
WARNING
A qualified, licensed operator must be in control
of the boat at all times.
At night, turn on the appropriate running lights
and cruise at a reduced speed. Allow plenty of
time to avoid dangerous situations.
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